Analyze the map showing the territorial expansion of the United States during the 1800s. Question 1 The United States expansion map during 1800. Consider the growth of the country during the 1800s. Use the map and your knowledge of the time period to answer the following questions: Part A Is there a general trend in the direction of the territories acquired?

Part B How do the territorial boundaries correspond with modern state borders? Question 2
Choose one of the territories mentioned on the map above. In one to two paragraphs, explain in detail how the territory was acquired, which country the United States dealt with to acquire the land, and why the United States would have wanted to own that area. Conduct research to support your explanation.